This Playa El Zapote villa compound for sale offers a strong income-producing opportunity in one of El Salvador’s quiet coastal beach areas. The property is made up of three independent houses, each designed for group stays, family travel, vacation rentals, surf trips, and beach lifestyle escapes.

Located within walking distance to the beach, the compound has been operating for more than three years and is currently generating approximately $15,000 in monthly sales. With an estimated 70% net operating income, the property produces approximately $126,000 in annual NOI, creating a solid investment profile at the current asking price of $1.25M negotiable.

For investors looking for a beach-area rental asset in El Salvador, this is a compelling opportunity with an estimated 10%+ cap rate based on the provided NOI.

Property Highlights

• Three independent rental houses in one villa-style compound
• Walkable access to Playa El Zapote beach area
• Approx. 3–4 bedrooms per house
• Each house can host up to 12 guests
• Designed for group stays, families, surf travelers, retreats, and vacation rentals
• Operating rental business with 3+ year history
• Approx. $15,000 in monthly sales
• Approx. $180,000 annual gross revenue
• Approx. $126,000 annual NOI
• Estimated 70% NOI margin
• Asking price of $1,250,000 negotiable
• Estimated 10.08% cap rate at asking price
• Strong opportunity for hospitality, STR, surf tourism, and beach lifestyle investors

Investment Summary

This property presents a clear income story. With three separate homes, the compound can serve multiple guest groups at the same time, increasing booking flexibility and revenue potential. Each house offers the privacy of an independent residence while benefiting from shared lifestyle amenities and the overall appeal of a beach-area villa compound.

Based on the provided operating figures:

Approx. Monthly Sales: $15,000
Approx. Annual Gross Sales: $180,000
Approx. NOI Margin: 70%
Approx. Annual NOI: $126,000
Asking Price: $1,250,000
Approx. Cap Rate: 10.08%

That makes this a strong 9%+ cap rate opportunity, with the current figures supporting a cap rate above 10% before any future upside, rate optimization, branding improvements, or expanded surf/lifestyle marketing.

Surf & Beach Lifestyle

Playa El Zapote is a quieter coastal area of El Salvador, offering a more relaxed beach setting compared to the country’s better-known surf hubs. While it is not one of El Salvador’s marquee point breaks, the area can offer beach-break surf potential under the right swell and tide conditions, with broader access to the country’s established surf coastline.

For guests, the draw is the combination of beach access, privacy, poolside living, warm evenings, and a laid-back coastal atmosphere. The attached images show a clean, modern outdoor lifestyle setup with illuminated pool areas, covered patios, hammocks, lounge spaces, and indoor/outdoor gathering areas that are well suited for vacation rental groups.

Hospitality Income

The three-house format creates several income paths:

• Rent each house separately
• Rent the entire compound to one large group
• Host retreats, family reunions, surf trips, wellness groups, or private events
• Branded beach villa rental business
• Build package stays with transportation, meals, tours, surf lessons, fishing, or local experiences

Because each home can accommodate up to 12 guests, the property has meaningful group-rental capacity. This is especially valuable in coastal markets where larger groups often need multiple bedrooms, gathering areas, pool access, and privacy.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is not just a single vacation rental home. It is a small hospitality compound with multiple income-producing units, an operating history, and walkable beach access. The current income profile already supports a strong return, while the property may also benefit from better branding, improved online visibility, professional photography, direct booking infrastructure, surf-focused marketing, and international exposure through International Surf Properties.